Plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain, affects millions of people worldwide, but women are at a notably higher risk than men. This disparity arises from a combination of biological, structural, and lifestyle factors. There is also evidence supporting the role that hormonal changes can play in developing plantar fasciitis. Let’s dive into why …
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Both the World Health Organization and American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that breastfeeding occur for at least the first 2 years of life. For the first, 6 months of life exclusive breastfeeding is recommended prior to the introduction of solid foods. Unfortunately, a lot of women cease their breastfeeding journey prior to the 6 month …
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It is the time of year where people are still focused on their new year’s resolutions and one of the most common resolutions is related to exercise. This is the time of year where people begin to focus on weight loss and improving their overall health and getting their body summertime fine. It is also …